Keep calm and go back to school!

Summer is officially coming to an end. Unfortunately that doesn't just mean buying new wooly jumpers and starting the count down for Christmas, it also means going back to school. *sigh*.

Here are some quick tips on how to keep calm so you're as ready as ever on your first day back to school!

Step 1. Get everything ready!

 You DO NOT want to be worrying all about what you need to do in the morning! Pack your school bag with everything you'll need! Making your lunch and picking out your clothes (or uniform) may also give you a bit extra time (in bed!) in the morning, so why not? You'll feel much more organised and relaxed after you know it is all ready! It will also save you loads of time in the morning!

Rucksack- Accessorize
Folders- Wilko

Step 2. Bathe!

Light a few candles, add a few bubbles and breathe! Not only will having a bath make you feel much cleaner and ready for the week ahead, but they are soooo relaxing! Have a bath in the evening- a few hours before you go to sleep- to just chill out and think about the great summer you've had!

Body Scrub- Soap&Co
Body Butter- Soap&Co

Step 3- Face Time! 

This step is quite simple (get it? oh dear...). Just take your makeup off and wash your face as you usually would! Don't leave this until you're just about to go to bed, leave your skin to have as much breathing time as possible! Hey, and if you fancy a face mask, have a face mask! Ps I wouldn't recommend using any new products you've never used before as you don't want any break outs on the first day, do you? 

 Simple oil balancing scrub
Simple facial toner
Simple cleanser
Along Came Betty hot cloth cleanser
Witch blemish stick
The Beauty PARLOUR chocolate face mask

Step 4- Chillax!
Do whatever it takes to just relax.. Whether it be reading a book, chatting to friends, or watching TV. Take this time to do what suits you!

Step 5- Sleep!

You should sleep like a baby after being so calm for the past few hours. So sweet dreams!

Are any of you guys starting school again soon? How do you prepare? Let me know in the comments, I'd love to hear new ideas!

time flies by..

As I've mentioned in a number of previous blog posts I have recently been on holiday to what I think is one of the most beautiful, friendliest, and inviting countries ever! I'm talking about Turkey- Altinkuum, Didim to be precise. ;-)
Despite how beautiful it was, I don't want to bore you with another extremely long post, so this is purely dedicated to the flight.
My family and I flew from leeds, Bradford to Bodrum in Turkey (about an hour away from where we were staying). This flight is around 4 hours, and as this is the longest flight I've ever been on I was so worried it'd be the longest 4 hours of my life so I packed accordingly. Looking back I must admit my hand luggage did do me proud and not a moment of boredom caught me.

My apologies for this crappy, blurred photo I took right before shoving it all into the bag, but it kind of shows what I packed in my hand luggage.

Bikini- Call me a nervous wreck or call me organised. I am terrified of my suitcase being sent to the wrong country- if this did ever happened, I'd be prepared for the hot weather!

Magazine- I packed this to keep me busy. Bodyfit is also my favourite magazine and is my main motivator!

Hair brush, clips, and bobbles- You never know when you'll need these!

Headphones- Likewise...

Makeup wipes- I know these aren't ideal for your skin, but flying is worse!

TREK bar-Despite the price, these little bad boys are my favourite treat, I love them! Arriving late I also needed the boost of natural energy! ;)

'Pad bag'- Classy name, I know. Everything I need, just in case..

I know I pack light, but like I say I am a bit of a worrier, and I'd prefer be way under the limit than risking it, haha. 

A post on the actual holiday will be coming soon! Once again I apologise for the quality of the photo- I don't think it can get much worse. 

Are you going anywhere nice this year? What do you take on holiday with you? Let me know in the comments below, I'd love to find out!

STRANGER, STRANGER

This is just a quick post to say that I'm still here and I haven't vanished off the face of the Earth! I'm sooooo sorry I haven't posted in what (to me) feels like forever.
Firstly, I went on holiday to Turkey (AMAZING place- post coming soon), and since I came back a week ago I've been haven't been feeling 100%.

Please forgive me I have so many great ideas and photos lined up for new blogs and I don't know what's stopping me from sitting down and writing them, but I promise I'll be back to writing regular post again shortly!

Take care :)